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In minutes from the Fed's July meeting, officials highlighted the risks of inflation outweighing concerns over the labor market, which investors overlooked.
August 20 -
U.S. consumers probably experienced a slight pickup in underlying inflation in July as retailers gradually raised prices on a variety of items subject to higher import duties.
August 11 -
Officials are balancing food and retail payroll tax and wage inflation risks against mounting jobs losses and a "subdued" economy that could dampen future price pressures.
August 7 -
Two policymakers have suggested they might support a cut at the July meeting, but most others have signaled they want more time to assess the impact of tariffs on inflation.
July 14 -
The recent rally was driven by economic data that reinforced wagers on at least two rate cuts this year, as well as speculation President Donald Trump will name a more dovish successor to Jerome Powell.
June 27 -
The Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation moved further from its 2% target, underscoring the central bank's reluctance to cut rates.
June 27 -
Markets are currently wagering the US central bank will cut interest-rates once more with around a 70% chance of a second move this year.
June 11 -
Price growth continued to trend toward the Federal Reserve's 2% target, but not enough to spur action from the central bank.
May 13 -
Federal Reserve Gov. Michael Barr said global supply chain disruptions and inflation caused by tariffs could weigh heaviest on small businesses, especially those with little access to credit.
May 9 -
The slowdown reflected a decline in energy costs, used vehicles, and airfares. Motor vehicle insurance — a main source of inflation in recent years — also retreated.
April 10